Things to do in Jackson MS
Jackson is the capital city of Mississippi. The statewide Mississippi Freedom Trail runs through the city, encompassing a number of historic sites that were significant in the civil rights movement. These include the Medgar Evers Home Museum and the landmark Mississippi State Capitol building. In leafy LeFleur’s Bluff State Park, the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science includes an aquarium and nature trails.
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Population: 169,148 (2016)
Local time: Friday 4:36 PM
Jackson
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Jackson, MS, USA
Jackson Zoo
Zoo and orangutan
The Jackson Zoo is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The Jackson Zoo has attracted people from across the state and beyond for more than 90 years. The zoo boasts an animal collection representing
Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum
Re-created 1920s town & cotton artifacts
A living-history farm, a recreated 1920s cotton-economy-era town & local historical artifacts.
Mississippi Children's Museum
Engaging arts, health & science exhibits
Interactive exhibits, activities & programs for kids focusing on arts, history, health & science.
Museum of Mississippi History
Museum-home for the eponymous writer
Tours through the former residence of 20th-century writer Eudora Welty & its historic gardens.
Old Capitol Museum
Government exhibits in historic building
Museum in circa-1839 capitol focusing on role of government & historic preservation. Free entry.
Babalu Tapas & Tacos - Jackson
Inventive Southern-influenced tacos, tapas & cocktails served in lively, modern digs.
Jackson, MS
Happy hour food · Late-night food · Happy hour drinks
Char Restaurant
Southern-accented steakhouse in clubby digs with leather banquettes, warm woods & large bar area.
Jackson, MS
Comfort food · Healthy options · Great dessert
Crazy Cat Eat Up
Jackson, MS
Comfort food · Cozy · Casual
Drago's Seafood Restaurant - Jackson
Jackson, MS
Happy hour food · Late-night food · Comfort food
Keifer's
Mediterranean fare served in a casual, BYOB taverna with murals, exposed beams & outdoor tables.
Jackson, MS
Late-night food · Comfort food · Outdoor seating